#RoyalIndia The 16th century Emperor #Akbar, who had ruled the Mughal dynasty during the 1500's, was probably the first Mughal ruler to dream of united India with unification of culture and religion. As a direct reflection of his efforts in unifying both Hindus and Muslims, the clothes adapted during those times reflected the fusion of both the cultures, which later on, seeped into various cultures through time. The #Angrakha or a long formal frock, with ties at one side, became popular, thanks to the emperor. It was Badshah Akbar, who first introduced the concept of tunic and churidar for men, which has today become the favorite of several designers. (Image copyrights belong to their respective owners)